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Caverns in Texas – 12 Best Austin Caves & Cave Tours Near You

Posted on August 12, 2023 by Brittany Ballard

Caverns in Texas - 12 Best Austin Caves & Cave Tours Near You

Looking for caverns in Texas? Want to explore the best caves in Texas? Luckily, there’s a great mix of both in Austin! Before we dive into the different bat caves in Texas or caverns Texas has to offer, what’s the difference between the two? Well, while used interchangeably, a cave is a naturally occurring cavity […]

Filed Under: Day Trips, Discoveries, Outdoor, Travel Tagged With: boerne, burnet tx, georgetown, san antonio, sonora

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Posted on February 14, 2023 by Brittany Ballard

Best Dessert in Austin - Dessert Places in Austin

Austin, Texas is a culinary hotspot, renowned for its diverse and delicious food scene. While it’s well-known for its Tex-Mex cuisine and barbecue, the city also boasts a plethora of outstanding dessert Austin TX options. Locals and visitors alike often wonder where to find the best dessert in Austin. Luckily, the city is home to […]

Filed Under: Discoveries, Food, Local Business Tagged With: bakery, cake shop, cookies, dessert, pie

Ice Skating in Austin – Chaparral Ice & Fields in Cedar Park

Posted on November 29, 2021 by Brittany Ballard

While ice activities may not be the norm here in Central Texas, Chaparral Ice is curating memorable experiences for all who visit. Even when the Texas temperatures get too high, you can grab a pair of skates and glide into winter temperatures!

Filed Under: Activities, Discoveries

Find Your Last-Minute Holiday Gifts with The Austinot’s 2020 Gift Guide

Posted on December 21, 2020 by Brittany Ballard

Holiday gifts nestled in silver garland

We’ve somehow made it to the end of 2020. With Christmas just around the corner (literally!), it’s time to go through your list and check it twice. Although the holidays look a little different this year, it’s still easy to grab some last-minute holiday gifts from your local faves to spread a little bit of […]

Filed Under: Discoveries

10 Austin Veteran-Owned Businesses

Posted on November 11, 2020 by Brittany Ballard

Austin businesses

This Veteran’s Day, I’d like to shine the spotlight on some of Austin’s Veteran-owned businesses. From cybersecurity protection to coffee roasting to recruiting veterans, you’ll want to check out these 10 businesses and learn about the amazing things that they’re doing.

Filed Under: Discoveries, Local Business Tagged With: veterans

House of ZZ Creates Sustainable and Eco-Focused Swimwear

Posted on October 26, 2020 by Brittany Ballard

woman wearing black one-piece swimsuit

One of my favorite things about Austin is that there is an almost never ending list of activities to do and events to attend. At the top of that list of activities are all the things that allow one to splash into some water-filled fun: swimming in Barton Springs, paddleboarding in Lady Bird Lake, or […]

Filed Under: Discoveries, Local Business

5 Mobile Veterinarians in Austin to Minimize Your Pet’s Stress

Posted on July 22, 2020 by Brittany Ballard

Mobile Veterinarians in Austin, Texas

Anyone who has a furbaby will agree that our pets are among the most wonderful treasures in the world (even if they cause mischief every now and then). But getting them to the vet can be stressful for everyone involved–furry family member and owner. Luckily, there are multiple businesses in the Austin area that offer […]

Filed Under: Discoveries, Local Business Tagged With: dogs

8 Austin Jewelry Designers to Consider as You Shop Local

Posted on July 14, 2020 by Brittany Ballard

Austin Jewelry Designers

Nobody can deny Austin is a place where creativity and entrepreneurism thrive–often hand in hand. So it’s no surprise that there are a number of local jewelry designers who are rocking it, creating collections that will take your breath away. From Nina Berenato to Vinca to Kendra Scott, there’s something to fit every style. Next […]

Filed Under: Discoveries, Local Business Tagged With: fashion

Need a Face Mask? Purchase From These 14 Local Designers

Posted on July 3, 2020 by Brittany Ballard

Every time I step out of my house to grab supplies, it’s still jarring to see everyone in face masks. As the world starts to reopen, it is clear that these protective accessories won’t be going away anytime soon.  Like everyone, our local fashion and art community has been hit hard by the ongoing COVID-19 […]

Filed Under: Discoveries, Local Business Tagged With: Austin Business, Face Masks

CASA of Travis County Seeks Advocates to Serve Local Foster Children

Posted on June 29, 2020 by Brittany Ballard

CASA of Travis County Helps Foster Children

There is nothing more important than the well-being of a child. When children have to enter the foster care system, CASA of Travis County is there to provide an unbiased recommendation to the court. CASA accepts all new cases for children aged one and up, and always needs volunteers to serve as advocates. “For every […]

Filed Under: Et Cetera, Non-Profits

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